The Sandwich Generation

The Sandwich Generation

The generation of individuals commonly known as the Sandwich Generation are “sandwiched” between the obligation to care for an aging relative, who may be ill, unable to perform various tasks or in need of financial support and children, who require financial, physical and emotional support.

The Sandwich Generation

The generation of individuals commonly known as the Sandwich Generation are “sandwiched” between the obligation to care for an aging relative, who may be ill, unable to perform various tasks or in need of financial support and children, who require financial, physical and emotional support.

Aging relatives requiring help with day-to-day living, financial and emotional support present unique challenges. Complicating matters even further is that many of today’s families are separated by distance. Seven to 10 million adults are caring for aging parents from a long distance. In order to plan effectively for these aging relatives, you must talk with them about their finances and their plans for the future. If they are not comfortable discussing these matters with you, encourage them to seek advice from a professional experienced in providing solutions and services.

It is important is seek balance in your life so that you are adequately prepared to handle such challenges. Finding that balance requires asking for assistance, you may be surprised by what resources are available. Obtaining the guidance of professionals who are qualified to deal with the unique financial situations you face is a step in the right direction. Juggling the financial needs of an older relative and your family can be a daunting task, but you don’t have to go it alone. The professionals at Garden State Trust Company have years of experience helping members of the Sandwich Generation to meet these challenges.

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Garden State offers a variety of trust administration and investment services to help you plan for your family’s future. Garden State Trust Company is a trust service office of Midwest Trust Company, a Kansas non-depository trust company regulated and examined by the Office of the State Banking Commissioner of Kansas.